Accountant Jobs in Austin, TX

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Accountant Financial Reporting

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 hours ago

This position requires: Position requires a bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or business administration with four (4) or more years related business experience....

Fixed Asset Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago

About Samsung Austin Semiconductor Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At SAS, we are...

Tax Team Manager, CPA/EA (Seasonal)

  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 8 hours ago

Company: JDA TSG Location: Round Rock, TX Career Level: Mid-Senior Level Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board Description Tax Team Manager, CPA/EA (Seasonal) Remote U.S. | Full Time...

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Budget Analyst

  • Leander, TX (23 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Leander, TX (23 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Required Education and Experience Bachelors degree in accounting, business, finance, public administration or a related field....

Project Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Customers in more than 135 countries depend on Aviat Networks to build, expand, and upgrade their voice, data, and video solutions About the Role: The Project Accountant will be responsible for overseeing...

Partner Executive, Sage Intacct Accountants Program

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Partner Executive, Sage Intacct Accountants Program Job Description: The Sage Intacct Accountants Program (SIAP) is a partnership between Sage Intacct andCPA.com(an AICPA company) that provides a wide...

Staff Accountant - Revenue Analysis

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Thrive Pet Healthcare is excited to add a Staff Accountant to our growing team!...

Senior Revenue Accountant - Hybrid

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Revenue Accountant to own and oversee all revenue-related processes for the Company....

Sr Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

Preferred Qualification: Proven track record executing monthly accounting close activities, reconciliations, reporting, and journal entry preparation and review....

Accountant III

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field. At least 3 years of professional-level accounting and/or financial experience....

Accountant II

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

journal entries, maintaining multiple general ledger account reconciliations, performing analyses, and working with the Accounting team as well as other departments....

INTERNAL OAG - Crime Victim Services| Accountant IV | 25-0676 | CURRENT OAG EMPLOYEES ONLY (00051328) Job Description INTERNAL OAG - Crime Victim Services| Accountant IV | 25-0676 | CURRENT OAG EMPLOYEES...

Staff Accountant

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Core Accounting & Financial Operations Manage day-to-day accounting tasks, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals Assist with month-end and year-end close...

Financial Accountant I

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

The Financial Accountant I performs entry-level accounting work, enters, reviews, or approves transactional disbursement data....

Accountant - Operational Finance (SourceBlue)

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

Reports to: Senior Accountant, Operational Finance or Accounting Manager, Operational Finance Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Set up, lead, oversee and implement procedures to insure client contractual...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Austin, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Austin, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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